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25Jul

A Guide To Yale Replacement Gearboxes for Multipoint Door Locks

Yale Gearboxes have been made in numerous different styles and this guide will help you identify the correct version. Yale incorporates the Paddock and Lockmaster brands and has made bespoke locks for a huge number of customers including Mila and Safeware. G710 The Yale G710 consisted of a centre case with attachments for rods which connected deadbolts top and bottom, primarily used on aluminium doors there were a vast number of variations which included long forends, cranked forends, extended latch and deadbolts. The case is a shiny...

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25Jul

Trickle Vents: Everything you need to know

What are Trickle Ventilators? Trickle Ventilators also known as trickle vents, window ventilators, or door ventilators are small ventilation systems integrated into the frames of doors and windows. They are designed to allow a constant, controlled flow of air from the outside into an internal space, which is particularly important in modern, airtight homes. Trickle vents are composed of a staggered slit within the frame, present on both the interior and exterior sides and typically feature an adjustable cover that can be...

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25Jul

Replacement Gearboxes for Original Mila Multipoint Locks

Mila is among the most common UPVC locks with some variations being stamped Coldseal or Swiftframe. Some of the full-length versions are still available however the popular 3 part versions have been discontinued. For this reason, the use of a replacement gearbox may be required. Please note: The gearboxes are now supplied with the screw holes unthreaded so SFS16 screws need to be utilised in order to create a thread to attach the gearbox to the strip. LATCH ONLY VERSION - DIFFERENCES You may...

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25Jul

Door Hinges: Everything you need to know

This guide provides an overview of the various types of door hinges and includes detailed insights into their operational mechanisms, installation procedures, adjustment methods, and key considerations to factor in when selecting the most suitable hinge for your specific requirements. General rules to follow with Door Hinges Typically, a standard door requires x3 hinges. The top hinge should be located 150mm from the top of the sash, the bottom hinge should be located 150mm from the bottom of the sash, and the...

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25Jul

2024 Multipoint Door Lock Update

At TSSPRO, we pride ourselves on having the largest range of multipoint locks and gearboxes in the UK. We’ve been working hard introducing new products and upgrading information and we’d like to tell you more. Barcodes on every lock All of TSSPRO’ multipoint locks now come with a barcode label. There’s nothing more frustrating than trying to work out which multipoint lock you have, who supplied it, and which invoice it matches to. We have the same challenge in our warehouse, so we...

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25Jul

A Guide to Yale Key Profiles in 2024

Introduction The Yale cylinder key is the most common and widely used profile in the UK. Over the past few years, Yale has made some fundamental changes to their key profiles. This guide will explain the reason Yale has made these changes and which options are still available. Background For decades, Yale has manufactured the 1109 and X5 rim cylinders with their range of nightlatches. The 1109 is the original rim cylinder supplied with the classic 80 series and traditional nightlatches. The X5 is...

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25Jul

A Guide To Bifold Doors

How do bifold doors work? Bifold doors are a type of door system that consists of several door panels which fold against each other when opened. They are used as external doors to patios and gardens. Here's how a common bifold system works: PANELS AND HINGES Bifold doors are made up of 3 or more panels. These panels are connected by hinges. The hinges allow the panels to fold in on themselves, which is where the term "bifold" comes from. TRACK SYSTEM The panels are...

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25Jul

Replacing Original Fullex Gearboxes for Multipoint Door Lock

ORIGINAL FULLEX GEARBOXES The original Fullex lock gearboxes were made of a heavy-duty cast metal 20mm thick case in either a yellow passivated or grey finish and would have originally been attached to a faceplate of varying widths up to 24mm. Each model although generic in size had multiple variations usually centred around the fixing lugs and anti-slam mushroom, for example, Case ‘B’ had 47 different variants. Although only Type “A” gearbox is still produced it can be used to retrofit the majority...

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25Jul

A Guide To Seals And Gaskets

As well as security hardware, Seals And Gaskets are an important aspect of any door or window. There are a variety of types and designs of seals, depending on the style and profile of the opening. These seals are often very small and measuring dimensions can therefore be problematic. Great care must be taken to ensure accurate measurements, and all dimensions must be accounted for if replacing an old seal or gasket. If an incorrect version is used it can cause...

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25Jul

How to Accurately Identify Suitable Multipoint Door Handles

What are the different types of multipoint door handles? Multiple styles of UPVC door handles are available at TSSPRO. The different types of multipoint door handles are tailored to accommodate different multipoint door lock operations and individual user preferences. These handle types comprise: LEVER/LEVER DOOR HANDLES LEVER/LEVER DOOR HANDLES are comprised of two movable inline handles, making them the most common choice for UPVC doors, particularly in residential settings. Offering ease of operation, they boast a diverse array of styles ranging from...

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25Jul

A Guide to Cego Replacement Gearboxes for Multipoint Door Locks

Cego multipoint door locks are commonly known as Zenith, Bowater or Staybrite locks. The Cego multipoint door locks are now discontinued and are no longer available through TSSPRO but are still commonly found in doors today. Below we have a guide to the replacement gearboxes, a guide on how to change the hook boxes and a guide on how to reverse the latch of the centre gearbox. Original Latch and Deadbolt The Cego lock case is easily identifiable from the positioning of...

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25Jul

A guide to 1 star and 3 star rated euro cylinders

The 1-star and 3-star ratings were introduced in 2015 so it’s likely that you’ve already heard plenty about them. The purpose of this guide is to help understand the requirements of each standard and what the ratings mean.  Background In 2015, Part Q of the building regulations was introduced, which required new dwellings to meet minimum security standards. At that time, Secured by Design, the Door Hardware Federation and the Glass and Glazing Federation got together to create a new standard to help...

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